NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Justworks, the fastest growing HR technology company, secured the #2 spot on Deloitte's Technology Fast 500, a ranking of the 500 fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences, and energy tech companies in North America. Of other companies in the New York City metro area, Justworks ranked #1.

Award winners are selected based on percentage fiscal year revenue growth from 2014 to 2017. Overall, the 2018 Technology Fast 500 companies achieved a median revenue growth of 412 percent from 2014 to 2017. Justworks' growth during this period was 27,150%.

"Being recognized as the second fastest growing company in North America is no small achievement," said Isaac Oates, Founder and CEO of Justworks. "It's a testament to the hard work of our entire team — every employee at Justworks plays an important role in bringing on new business and providing the high-quality experience that customers have come to expect. I'm proud to support growing businesses and their teams across the U.S., and we're only just getting started."

In order to be eligible for Technology Fast 500 recognition, companies must own proprietary intellectual property or technology that is sold to customers in products that contribute to a majority of the company's operating revenues. Companies must have base-year operating revenues of at least $50,000 USD, and current-year operating revenues of at least $5 million USD. Additionally, companies must be in business for a minimum of four years and be headquartered within North America.

"Software, which accounts for nearly two of every three companies on the list, continues to produce some of the most exciting technologies of the 21st century, including innovations in artificial intelligence, predictive analytics and robotics," said Mohana Dissanayake, partner, Deloitte & Touche LLP, an Industry Leader for technology, media and telecommunications, within Deloitte's audit and assurance practice. "This year's ranking demonstrates what is likely a national phenomenon, where many companies from all parts of America are transforming the way we do business by combining breakthrough research and development, entrepreneurship and rapid growth."

About Justworks Justworks takes the busyness out of running a business. Founded in 2012, Justworks, the fastest growing HR technology company, helps entrepreneurs and businesses grow with confidence by giving them access to big-company benefits, automated payroll, HR tools, and compliance support — all in one place. Justworks does this by combining the power of a certified Professional Employer Organization (PEO) with expert 24/7 customer service and a simple and friendly platform. With Justworks, teams of all sizes can work fearlessly, pursue their passion, and do more of what matters. To learn more visit www.justworks.com, follow us on Twitter @JustworksHR, and Instagram @Justworks_HR.

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